E-commerce businesses face challenges when expanding into Switzerland and the EU due to the complexities of cross-border shipping, including managing customs, VAT, and varying delivery standards. Establishing and operating individual warehouses in each country can be expensive and complex, diverting resources from core business activities like marketing and sales.

Columbus.net offers a cloud-based e-commerce fulfillment platform that simplifies cross-border shipping and logistics for businesses targeting Switzerland and the EU. The platform eliminates the need for companies to manage their own warehouses by providing warehousing, pick-and-pack services, and returns processing. Columbus.net integrates with existing ERP systems and online shops, providing real-time inventory management and order data. The company leverages its established relationships with shipping partners to negotiate favorable rates and ensure timely delivery. By handling customs clearance, VAT, and other regulatory requirements, Columbus.net enables businesses to expand internationally without the complexities typically associated with cross-border e-commerce.

Integration with e-commerce platforms and ERP systems via API

Warehousing and inventory management with real-time stock visibility

Pick-and-pack services with customizable packaging options

Management of customs clearance and VAT for cross-border shipments

Returns processing and repair management

Negotiated shipping rates with various carriers

Support for same-day shipping

Transparent, per-transaction pricing with no fixed costs

The primary target audience is e-commerce businesses looking to expand into Switzerland and the EU without the overhead of managing their own international logistics and warehousing.

Columbus.net operates on a per-transaction basis, charging fees for warehousing, pick-and-pack, shipping, and other fulfillment services.